Join the Alex. Brown Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (ABCEI) for the annual Idea & Innovation Challenge Final Event this Thursday, November 20th from 6–8pm in the University Center Ballroom!

Experience the excitement as UMBC's top student innovators pitch their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of judges — and you get a say, too! The audience will have the opportunity to vote for the Best Presentation and help decide who takes home one of the prizes. Celebrate creativity, problem-solving, and the next generation of entrepreneurs at UMBC. 

Students, faculty, alumni, and members of the business community are welcome to attend! We hope to see you there!

The 2025 Idea and Innovation Challenge is made possible by a generous donation from Scott Weber and Nancy Burger!

The Baltimore Museum of Art seeks a highly motivated Assistant Director of Events, Advancement who will play an integral role in the Events department as liaison and lead for all Advancement program planning and execution. This full-time, exempt position is responsible for overall project management of events that support the Museum’s fundraising initiatives for trustee, major donor, member, and corporate audiences, among others. As such, this position requires significant collaboration and communication activity with other divisions, departments, and general staff.

Final Workshop of the Semester - "Intellectual Property Fundamentals"

Join us TOMORROW, November 14th from 12–1pm in University Center 310 for an informative session led by Elizabeth Dougherty, Northeast Regional Outreach Director at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

During the workshop, you'll:

• Discover the role of the USPTO and why it matters to innovators
• Learn about the different types of intellectual property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets)
• Understand why protecting your IP is crucial for startups and entrepreneurs
• Learn practical steps to begin securing your intellectual property

Students, faculty, alumni, and members of the business community are welcome to attend!

EntrepreneurShop in The Commons

Before or after the workshop, stop by The Commons from 10 am–2 pm to visit the UMBC EntrepreneurShop, where student entrepreneurs will be showcasing and selling their goods and services. From handmade creations to innovative ideas, this is your chance to browse, shop, and support your fellow Retrievers!

As a highly visible representative of the museum to the public, the Temporary, Part-time Visitor Experience Associate must be an enthusiastic, customer-services oriented individual to create and foster a positive and welcoming experience for BMA visitors and members. The ideal candidate will have impeccable communication and customer service skills and will be comfortable managing multiple priorities while working in a public-facing, team-based environment.

The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) seeks a qualified Staff Accountant to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for supporting the arts through sound financial stewardship.

The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) seeks a dynamic and experienced Director of Registration to lead all aspects of collections care, documentation, and stewardship for one of the nation’s foremost art museums. The Director oversees a team of six professionals (five Registrars and one Art Packer) and fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. The ideal candidate is a good communicator, stellar team player, and positive leader with a “can-do” attitude who inspires excellence across departments.